Seasonal Transportation Technician I - Roosevelt

State of Utah; Roosevelt (UT); On-site; USD 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Utah's Roosevelt Maintenance Station is hiring a Transportation Technician I to operate heavy equipment and perform specialized roadway maintenance at the Roosevelt location. Seasonal, full-time, exempt; you’ll handle snow removal, sign repairs, and equipment operation.

Applicants must hold a valid Class A CDL, be able to respond within 30 minutes, lift 50 pounds, work nights and in severe weather, and pass criminal history checks.

Qualifications

• Valid CDL: Must possess a current Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL) upon hire.
• Response Time: Ability to report to the Roosevelt Maintenance Station (400 W Hwy 40, Roosevelt, UT 84066) within 30 minutes during call-outs.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work nights, be on-call, and respond promptly during severe weather and winter storms.
• Physical Capability: Ability to lift 50 pounds and work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Mindset: Dependable, motivated team player who prioritizes safety and takes pride in public service.

Responsibilities

• Snow & Ice Removal: Clear state roadways using snowplows, graders, blowers, and specialized heavy equipment.
• Roadway Maintenance: Repair traffic signs, fences, guardrails, and other critical roadway features.
• Equipment Operation: Safely operate, inspect, and maintain CDL-restricted vehicles, tools, and heavy equipment.
• Emergency Response: Assist with urgent roadway issues and storm response as needed.

Skills

CDL Class A

On-call readiness

Heavy equipment operation

Job description

Position Information

• Salary Range: $22.44 - $24.79 (depends on experience)
• Location: Roosevelt Maintenance Station - 400 W Hwy 40, Roosevelt, UT 84066
• Position Type: Seasonal, Full-Time Hours, Career Service Exempt (Schedule TL - Time Limited, At-Will)
• Benefits: No
• Background Check: You must successfully pass a criminal history check
• Drug Test: Pre-employment and random after hire
• Recruiter: April Nicholls, [e-mail], 801-965-4042
• Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

What You'll Do

As a Transportation Technician I, you will operate heavy equipment and perform specialized roadway maintenance, including:

• Snow & Ice Removal: Clear state roadways using snowplows, graders, blowers, and specialized heavy equipment.
• Roadway Maintenance: Repair traffic signs, fences, guardrails, and other critical roadway features.
• Equipment Operation: Safely operate, inspect, and maintain CDL-restricted vehicles, tools, and heavy equipment.
• Emergency Response: Assist with urgent roadway issues and storm response as needed.

Key Requirements

• Valid CDL: Must possess a current Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL) upon hire.
• Response Time: Ability to report to the Roosevelt Maintenance Station (400 W Hwy 40, Roosevelt, UT 84066) within 30 minutes during call-outs.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work nights, be on-call, and respond promptly during severe weather and winter storms.
• Physical Capability: Ability to lift 50 pounds and work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Mindset: Dependable, motivated team player who prioritizes safety and takes pride in public service.

Preferred Experience

• Previous UDOT, heavy roadway maintenance, or highway construction experience.
• Heavy equipment and CDL vehicle operation.
• Commercial snow removal and winter driving operations.

Why You Should Join Our Team

• A Mission That Matters – At UDOT, our mission is to “Enhance quality of life through transportation." We help the traveling public get where they want, when they want, as safely as possible. By joining our team, you contribute to the framework of Good Health, Connected Communities, Better Mobility, and a Strong Economy for all of Utah.
• Our Culture and Values – We aren't just a state agency; we are a team built on an internal culture of Trust, Teamwork, and Flexibility. We live by the values of Respect, Integrity, and Caring. If these values resonate with you, you will find a home here!

Roosevelt Maintenance Station

Address: 400 W Hwy 40, Roosevelt, UT 84066

Station Supervisor: Shelby Clayburn

Station Phone: [phone]

EEO Statement

The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact [phone].